tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790062.post3853547408070552708..comments2024-03-27T08:11:29.257-06:00Comments on PeerCentered: Make a ConnectionClint Gardnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07671508034667904543noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790062.post-19960913752806932062010-11-15T08:54:17.929-07:002010-11-15T08:54:17.929-07:00Rebecca,
I think you've noted something import...Rebecca,<br />I think you've noted something important that is indeed sometimes overlooked. While I generally try and begin sessions with a positive note, I don't always remember to. However, I do notice that if I can reach a person in a friendly way within the first minute or so, then we'll be more apt to have an open discussion.<br />I can't think of any specific example off the top of my head, but I can tell you what has worked for me: whenver I sit down with a student, I begin by asking how their day has been and if they have any questions before we start. Generally no one has any questions, but it puts it in their mind that I'm here to serve them, I hope.<br />Joejoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14095430320812931919noreply@blogger.com